1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Camry | Virage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |