1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage 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 176 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
