2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Morgan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aero 8 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
