1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 19 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, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | A8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
