2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 918 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100.
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 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | V8 GranSport | 4 Plus 2100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
