1954 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 340 Spider | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
