1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1120 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 1990 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | Virage | 44 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |