2004 Lexus SC vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lexus | Morgan |
Model | SC | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |