1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 60 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 589 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |