1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 604 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Virage | 968 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |