2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Morgan | Tatra |
| Model | Aero 8 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
