2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin V12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin Virage.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (542 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin V12. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 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:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V12 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 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 | 1835 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
