1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1957 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1598 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Imperial | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |