1987 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 710 kg more than 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1962 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | Regal | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
