1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 17 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (492 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Virage | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
