2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 8C Competizione | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |