1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | X5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |