1955 Maserati 150S vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 150S (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 150S should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Maserati 150S | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | 150S | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1484 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2500 mm |
