1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 350 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 834 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Corona | Virage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |