1955 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,300 cc, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1955 Morgan 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan 4 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Morgan | Mazda |
Model | 4 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2703 mm |