1967 Alvis TF vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 446 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
Model | TF | Virage |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |