1959 Maserati Tipo 60 vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 60.
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:
| 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | Tipo 60 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 762 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
