2004 Marcos TS vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Marcos TS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Marcos | Morgan |
| Model | TS | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
