1999 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Cobra | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
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 | 1025 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |