1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 498 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |