2011 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 116 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 370 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Virage | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1288 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |