1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1968 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
