1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 21 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 575 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 512 BB | Minor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 803 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 22 L |
