1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 143 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Virage | Legend |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |