2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
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 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
Model | Genesis | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |