1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 BMW X3
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin Virage 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 143 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Virage | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
