2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 2 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 822 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 156 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1000 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Morgan | Zenvo |
| Model | Aero 8 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 3 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3055 mm |
