1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 829 kg more than 1955 Morris Cowley. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 412 GT | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |
