1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 20 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Virage | DBS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |