1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB4 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |