1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 474 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | Escort |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |