2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1683 kg more than 1978 Morgan 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1978 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Charger | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |