1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 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 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Suburban | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2440 mm |
