1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | Virage | GTO |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |