1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1949 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 125 kg more than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1949 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Beetle |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |