1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Honda Integra
To start off, both 1996 Aston Martin Virage and 1996 Honda Integra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 201 more horse power than 1996 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 801 kg more than 1996 Honda Integra. 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, 1996 Honda Integra, 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. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Integra 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 | 1996 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1325 mm |
