1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 530 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |