1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 23 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 33 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | X3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |