1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 288 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | M3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |