2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 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 50 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 612 | Virage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1288 mm |