1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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 129 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
