2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
