2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |