2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 8C Competizione | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |