1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 514 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | Virage | P4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |