1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | LeSabre | Virage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |