1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 430 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | 430 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |