2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 4 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1068 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 27 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Morgan | SSC |
| Model | Aero 8 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2667 mm |
