1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Morgan 4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 125 F1 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
