2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
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 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 224 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
Model | Aero 8 | 504D |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |