1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Panamera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |