2001 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Virage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 745 | Virage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2061 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |