2008 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2002 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | LS | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
