2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mustang | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| 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 | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
