1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3910 mm |