1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 570 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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Morgan | TVR |
| Model | 4 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
