2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 206 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 80 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Aero 8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
