2007 Maserati GT vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 920 kg more than 1955 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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | GT | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |