1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Morgan | Morgan |
| Model | 4 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
