1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (397 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 298 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Virage | M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2915 mm |
