1997 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Morgan Plus 4 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 4 | 993 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |