2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 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 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 360 | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |