1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | Virage | A 40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |