1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 588 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Aston Martin Virage 2011 Nissan Altima
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model Virage Altima
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1986 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4595 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 76 L


 

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