1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 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 174 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 516 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
