1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1965 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1965 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1965 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
| Model | V8 Volante | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
