1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage

To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2011 Aston Martin Virage
Make Alfa Romeo Aston Martin
Model 1900 Virage
Year Released 1950 2011
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 490 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 569 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4704 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1288 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2741 mm


 

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