2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | F-450 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2450 mm |