1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 40 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4.
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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Morgan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 4 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3465 mm |
