1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 21 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 82 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 28 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2011 Ford Flex, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | Flex |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
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 | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |