2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 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 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | Aero 8 | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |