1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS 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 186 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Virage | GTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |