1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century 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 187 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |