1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB2 | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | DB2 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
