1987 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 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 186 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Morgan 4 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Morgan | Morgan |
| Model | 4 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
