1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1957 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | 400 | Minor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 68 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |