2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 149 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 228 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Aero 8 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
