1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 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 137 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Virage | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
