2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | F430 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
