1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
