1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 16 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 281 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Virage | Naked |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 37 L |
