2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1954 Morris Cowley. 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. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | DB9 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
