1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 16 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | M3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
