1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Morgan |
| Model | Sierra | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
