1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 308 | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |