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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 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 70 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 (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 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 | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
