1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 16 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | S4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 66 L |
