1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 4 | GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
