1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | X5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |