1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1967 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | Virage | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |