1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |