2008 GMC Savana vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Savana | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | GMC | Morgan |
Model | Savana | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |