1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL. (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | SL |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |