2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Morgan 44 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A8 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
