1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 400 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 52 L |
