1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 BMW 635
To start off, 2008 BMW 635 is newer by 19 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 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 635. 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, 2008 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 BMW 635 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 635 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 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 | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |