1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |