1999 AC Ace vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Ace | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |