1995 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1995 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Morgan Plus 4 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Morgan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Plus 4 | 98 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |