1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 715 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4962 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |