1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 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 5,341 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 693 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
