1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, both 1992 Aston Martin Virage and 1992 Porsche 964 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 69 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 781 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Virage | 964 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 73 L |