2001 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (480 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX.
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, 2012 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | NSX | Virage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
