2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 186 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1989 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | Aero 8 | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |