1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 14 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 157 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Virage | Viano |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |