2009 Acura RL vs. 1991 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1991 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | RL | Virage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
