1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro 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 163 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Virage | Monaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |