1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 758 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 365 GTS | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |