1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Mexico | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | Mexico | 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |