1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1970 Honda N III

To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 513 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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, 1970 Honda N III, 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 (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Aston Martin Virage 1970 Honda N III
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model Virage N III
Year Released 1992 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 549 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 62.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 57.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 41 L