1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental, 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Virage | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1393 mm |
