1992 BMW 538 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 BMW 538. (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 538. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 538 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2061 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1282 mm |
