2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Sierra | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2440 mm |
