1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Insignia |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2737 mm |