1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 795 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 512 M | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |