2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 24 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 940 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 599 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |