1989 Ferrari F40 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 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 681 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | F40 | Virage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 78 L |