1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |
