1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | Testarossa | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |