1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE 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 284 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Virage | FE |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |