1953 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. 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 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1953 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Morgan | Aston Martin |
Model | Plus 4 | Rapide |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |