1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Virage | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |