1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1972 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | 4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |