1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus

To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Aston Martin DB3 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
Make Aston Martin Morgan
Model DB3 Plus 4 Plus
Year Released 1955 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2922 cc 2138 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1560 mm