1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 284 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | Virage | Charger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1478 mm |