2006 Morgan Aero vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 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 165 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 48 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Aero | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | Aero | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |