1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 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 74 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 15 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Morgan |
| Model | V6 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
