1957 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Morris | Aston Martin |
| Model | Minor | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2745 mm |
