1985 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Morgan 4 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | 4 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
