1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 19 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 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | X5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 344 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |