1990 Ferrari F40 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari F40 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | F40 | Minor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |