2003 Morgan 4 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
