1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 18 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 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 270 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 733 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Focus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
