1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 Bitter CD | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
Model | Virage | CD |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |