1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morgan |
| Model | G21 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
