1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 274 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
Model | Virage | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |