1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | Lagonda | 44 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |