1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | Virage | P 601 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 24 L |