2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (490 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Virage. (569 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corvette | Virage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
