1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 446 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Virage | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
