1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 940 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
