2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
