2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Freestyle | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
