1967 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morgan 4 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
