1965 Holden EH vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | EH | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
