1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | Virage | Arnage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |