1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 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 205 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 629 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
