1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 254 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Virage | Record |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
