1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 670 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 340 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
