1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1952 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |