1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage 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 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | Virage | Arnage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |