1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 21 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 925 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 670 kg more than 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
| Model | Virage | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
