1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1055 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Morgan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |
