1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 22 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Virage | FF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1379 mm |
