1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S 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 308 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
Model | Virage | 850S |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 30 L |