2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 126 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB7 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
