2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
