1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 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 184 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morgan |
| Model | G21 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
