1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1991 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 308 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
