2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 41 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2075 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.
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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 2009 Maybach 57 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. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Maybach | Morgan |
| Model | 57 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2450 mm |
