1965 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1968 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
