1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB5 | 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |