1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | SS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
