1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
