1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | Lagonda | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |