1966 Triumph GT6 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 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 396 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph GT6 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Triumph | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT6 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 78 L |
