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Morgan Plus Four vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (65,900 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Morgan Plus Four or Porsche Boxster?

Morgan Plus Four vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Morgan Plus Four

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Porsche Boxster

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Plus Four

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Morgan Plus Four is substantially cheaper – starting at 65,900 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 70,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Morgan Plus Four uses 7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

Boxster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Boxster offers considerably more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Morgan Plus Four takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers a bit more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is considerably lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 476 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Boxster offers substantially more boot space – 122 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Boxster sits just ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£136,028
Boxster

Porsche Boxster

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 500 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.7 L/100km
Morgan Plus Four
Porsche Boxster

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Morgan Plus Four

The Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Morgan Plus Four
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
65,900 - 68,600 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
159 - 165 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,009 - 1,013 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,650 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
258 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
350 - 400 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
190 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Morgan
Brand
Porsche
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