1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Virage | 512 M |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |