1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 473 kg more than 1954 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Morgan | Tesla |
| Model | Plus 4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2352 mm |
