1968 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 672 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morgan 4 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3710 mm |
