1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Virage | 944 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
