1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC 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 222 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 920 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
Model | Virage | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |