1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 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 172 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 494 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
