1975 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | 100 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
