1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 300 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Virage |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |