1964 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 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 452 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 BMW 700 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 700 | Virage |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1283 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |