2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |