1965 Morgan 4 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Morgan 4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan 4 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
