1998 Lexus SC vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 825 kg more than 1958 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lexus | Morgan |
Model | SC | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |