1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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 5,341 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 67 L |
