1997 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, both 1997 Audi A8 and 1997 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | A8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |