1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 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 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
Model | Virage | GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |