1999 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan 4 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
