1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 672 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
