1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 325 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |
