2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 612 | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |