2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
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 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 66 more horse power than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (256 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 193 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Morgan | Venturi |
| Model | Aero 8 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
