1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 244 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 758 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
