2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Aero 8 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |