1950 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 263 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morgan Plus 4 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | Plus 4 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |