1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 9 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 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 910 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotec |
Model | Virage | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |