1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | DB4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
