1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 12 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 235 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Proton |
| Model | Virage | Satria |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
