2007 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Aero 8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
