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Aston Martin Virage Saloon 5.3 i V8 32V (335 Hp)
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Aston Martin Virage:
The Aston Martin Virage is an automobile produced by British luxury automobile manufacturer Aston Martin as a replacement for its V8 models. Introduced at the Birmingham Motor Show in 1988, it was joined by the high-performance Vantage in 1993, after which the name of the base model was changed to V8 Coupe in 1996.
The V8-powered model was intended as the company's flagship model, with the 6-cylinder DB7, introduced in 1994, positioned below it as an entry-level model. Although the DB7 became available with a V12 engine and claimed a performance advantage, the Virage remained the exclusive, expensive and hand-built flagship of the Aston Martin range. It was replaced in 2000 with the Vanquish. By the end of the 2000 model year, 1,050 cars in total had been produced. The V8 Vantage name reappeared on a new entry-level model in 2005....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Saloon Overview:
Aston Martin Virage (Saloon). With 745 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1990 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.7 s). The top speed reaches 300 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.3 i V8 32V (335 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With multi-valve technology and fuel injection, this engine provides refined power delivery and impressive acceleration for its class, making it a capable performer.
Fuel Economy
Despite technological advancements, the large V8 displacement results in significant fuel consumption, typical for luxury cars of this period.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exquisite handcrafted luxury interior
- • Powerful and characterful V8 engine sound
- • Exclusive and rare grand tourer
- • Classic Aston Martin styling
- • High level of comfort for long journeys
Cons:
- • Very high running and maintenance costs
- • Dated technology compared to modern cars
- • Significant fuel consumption
- • Heavy and less agile than pure sports cars
- • Potential for complex electrical issues
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Vantage: 1992 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Aston Martin |
| Model: | Virage |
| Generation: | Saloon |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 i V8 32V (335 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 335 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 745 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5340 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 100 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 300 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.9 kg/Hp, 168.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 374.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1990 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 315 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 105 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4745 mm mm |
| Width: | 1944 mm mm |
| Height: | 1330 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2611 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1510 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1522 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 285/45 ZR18 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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