2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta 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 356 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Lancia Zeta. 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | Virage | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1283 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
