1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | V8 Vantage | Traveller |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |