1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Audi RS6
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 11 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 76 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 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 | 2003 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 82 L |
