2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 612 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 52 L |
