1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Virage | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |
