2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1994 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 DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | DB9 | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |