2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Sierra | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
