2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1954 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
