1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 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) has 277 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 852 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Riley |
| Model | Virage | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
