1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 22 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 201 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 118 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 51 L |