2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 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 160 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 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 Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, 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 Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | Aero 8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
