1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Virage | FX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
