1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS 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 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Virage | GS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
