2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 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 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | FPV BF GT | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |