2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 620 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | 3200 GT | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |