1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | CL |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |