1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
