1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1998 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 9 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands 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 | 1998 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | Virage | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |