1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | V8 Vantage | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |