1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1963 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 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 500 Testarossa | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
