1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 17 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |
