1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1963 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | V8 Volante | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
