1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 20 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 187 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | X1 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |