1956 BMW Isetta vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1956 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta. 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. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1956 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 BMW Isetta | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Isetta | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 317 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2620 mm |