1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 2002 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |