1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Lincoln | Morgan |
Model | Continental | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |