1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 300 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | Virage | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
