2001 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 BMW 740. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 740 | Virage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1283 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
