2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (322 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 988 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SL | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
