2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 867 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
Make Dodge Morgan
Model Charger Plus 4 Plus
Year Released 2009 1964
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2138 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2450 mm


 

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