2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 984 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Town & Country | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |