1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| 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 | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
