2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1972 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | Range Rover | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
