2000 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1995 Morgan Plus 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1995 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A8 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
