1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 401 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Spider | Virage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2741 mm |
