1973 AC 428 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | 428 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
