1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 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. Both 1992 Aston Martin Virage and 1999 Aston Martin Vantage are equipped with a 5,341 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (330 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | Virage | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 1098 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| 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 | 1970 kg |
