2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Aero 8 | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
