1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 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) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | Virage | 312 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
