2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2289 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | F-250 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2450 mm |
