1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1984 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1984 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 550 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
