2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
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 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Plus 8 | 924 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |