1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | Virage | 605 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
