1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 21 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2024 mm |
