2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB7 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |