1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 18 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 14 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
