1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 895 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Morgan | Ferrari |
Model | Plus 4 | California |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |