1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 542 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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 (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | Virage | P4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |