1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 416 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Virage | GT |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |