1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1987 Morgan 4

To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1987 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Ferrari 330 1987 Morgan 4
Make Ferrari Morgan
Model 330 4
Year Released 1963 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2450 mm


 

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