1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 567 kg more than 1951 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | Dino | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
