1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Audi S2
To start off, both 1991 Aston Martin Virage and 1991 Audi S2 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi S2 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1991 Audi S2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Virage | S2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |