1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2000 Morgan 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB3 | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |