2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 863 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Morgan | Lexus |
| Model | Plus 8 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
