2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | F-350 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |