1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Virage | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |