1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8

To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Moretti 750. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Moretti 750 2007 Morgan Aero 8
Make Moretti Morgan
Model 750 Aero 8
Year Released 1960 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 746 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 82.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2540 mm


 

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