1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 670 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |