1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 275 (297 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 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:
| 1968 Ferrari 275 | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 275 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
