1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 983 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | F50 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 78 L |
