2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
