1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1969 Audi Variant
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1969 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | Variant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
