1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
