2000 Lotus M250 vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus M250 | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | M250 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |