1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 18 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. 1990 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | F-450 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |