1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 747 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1970 mm |
