1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 676 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 BMW 316 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 316 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 63 L |