1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1999 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Morgan | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Plus 4 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |