1955 Ford 12 M vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1967 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1955 Ford 12 M | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | 12 M | 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
