1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 60 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 308 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
