2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 60 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Morgan | Holden |
| Model | Aero 8 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
