1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 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 250 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
Model | Virage | T603 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |