1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 775 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Avanti |
| Model | Virage | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
