2007 Honda NSX vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 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 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | NSX | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |