1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 716 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | Virage | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
