1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | Plus 4 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |