1966 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Morris | Aston Martin |
| Model | Minor | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
