1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | Mythos | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |