1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 255 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 876 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 Peugeot 206, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Virage | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
