1987 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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 Morgan Plus 4 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | Plus 4 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
