1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
