2008 MG ZT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG ZT would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
