1956 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
1956 Ferrari 255 S | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 255 S | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
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 | 850 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 50 L |