1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1985 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1985 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 BMW 316. 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1985 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 316 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
