2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1953 Morris Minor

To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1953 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ferrari 360 1953 Morris Minor
Make Ferrari Morris
Model 360 Minor
Year Released 2003 1953
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3586 cc 918 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 53 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2190 mm