1976 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Estate | Virage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |