1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 822 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Virage | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 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 | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
