2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1984 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1984 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.
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2007 Ferrari F430 | 1984 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | F430 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |