2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | V8 Vantage | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |