1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
Model | Virage | Smart |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |