1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z 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 307 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
