1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1956 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | Quattroporte | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |