1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 23 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Virage | Q7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |