1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 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 308 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | Virage | 311 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |