1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | Virage | R8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |