1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 208 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
