1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 308 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
