1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 5,339 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 245 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1989 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Virage | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |