1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 2001 Toyota Supra
Make Morgan Toyota
Model Plus 4 Plus Supra
Year Released 1963 2001
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2138 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2660 mm


 

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