2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Plus 8 | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
