1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |