2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP) has 371 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 kg more than 1966 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
