1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 333 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Virage |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
