1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 19 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (381 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | Virage | Thesis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |