2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
