1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | 420 | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |