1999 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | S8 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
