1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Rover 2000
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 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 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 202 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Virage | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
