1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 18 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 155 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Virage | 599 GTB Fiorano |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 331 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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 105 L |