1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Lancia Musa

To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 15 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Aston Martin Virage 2007 Lancia Musa
Make Aston Martin Lancia
Model Virage Musa
Year Released 1992 2007
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5338 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1690 mm


 

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