1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
