1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 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 183 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | 2000 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
