2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 378 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | GT | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |