2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |