1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | Plus 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
