1958 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 340 Spider | Isis |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
