1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Virage | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
