1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 427 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Daimler | Morgan |
Model | Conquest | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |