1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 408 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
