1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Virage | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |