1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (317 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | SL |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 471 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |