1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
| Model | Deauville | Virage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
