1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Virage | Silverado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |