1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 5,338 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 165 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
