1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 330 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Monteverdi | Aston Martin |
Model | Sierra | Virage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |