1997 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Morgan 4 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | 4 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |