1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Virage | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
