2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB9 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5930 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |