1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1986 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 894 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1986 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | V8 Volante | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
