2012 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A5 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
