1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 400 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
