1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 23 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 106 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | X1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
