1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 365 GT | Minor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 22 L |
