2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 8C Competizione | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |