1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 269 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 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 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Virage | 356 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
