2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Hardbody | Virage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
