2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 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 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB9 | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |