1999 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |