2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Morgan | Buick |
| Model | Aero 8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
