1976 McLaren M23 vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, both 1976 McLaren M23 and 1976 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 McLaren M23 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 McLaren M23 (484 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 McLaren M23 should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Morgan 4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1976 McLaren M23.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 McLaren M23 | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | McLaren | Morgan |
| Model | M23 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 666 kg |
