1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Aero. (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Bristol | Morgan |
Model | 408 | Aero |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |