1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
