1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 208 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 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 | 1285 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
