1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 5,338 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 190 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable 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. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | Virage | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |