2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 360 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
