1992 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | Plus 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
