1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 22 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 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 330.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 330 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 57 L |