2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 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 376 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | Virage | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2830 mm |
