1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Virage | 914 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
