2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
