1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 253 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Virage | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 133 L |