1990 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 413 kg more than 1990 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
