1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri 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 235 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | Karmann Asso di Quadri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
