1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 651 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
Model | Guara | Virage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |