1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 229 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | 12 M | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
