1995 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 830 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan 4 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
