2001 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 1001 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Morgan | Maserati |
| Model | 4 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
