1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
