1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 250 GT | 4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |