2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 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 61 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 964 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Morgan | Porsche |
| Model | Aero 8 | 964 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
