2006 Morgan Aero vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 570 kg more than 1964 Steyr 700C. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Morgan | Steyr |
| Model | Aero | 700C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1950 mm |
