1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 7 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 424 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2002 Acura CL, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Aston Martin Virage 2002 Acura CL
Make Aston Martin Acura
Model Virage CL
Year Released 1995 2002
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1420 mm


 

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