1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | Mondial | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |