1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 19 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 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2008 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maybach |
| Model | Virage | 62 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
