1996 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 106 kg more than 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1985 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | Cobra | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
