2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 360 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |