1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 687 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Morgan 4 | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | 4 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
