2000 Lexus GS vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2001 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | GS | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
