1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 512 M | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
