1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 MG XPower. (318 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 MG XPower. 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 MG XPower | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | Virage | XPower |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |