1965 Abarth OT vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | OT | Virage |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 114 L |
