1989 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane 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 304 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Fairlane | Virage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2741 mm |