2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | Aero 8 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
