1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | GT 1 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |