2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 882 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |