1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan 4 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | 4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |