2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1996 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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | F430 | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |