1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Virage | Invicta |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |