1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 143 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 328 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
