1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 321 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | Virage | P 601 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |