1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 11 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | Virage | 21 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |
