1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 400 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
