1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin Virage 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | Virage | S4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
