1978 Ferrari 312 vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 312 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 312 | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 312 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
