1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Porsche 944
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 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 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 398 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Virage | 944 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 66 L |
