1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 17 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Aston Martin | Marcos |
Model | Virage | TSO |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |