1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 796 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |
