1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | V8 Vantage | Virage |
Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 105 L |