2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | R8 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
