1958 BMW Isetta vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 407 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1958 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.
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1958 BMW Isetta | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Isetta | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 420 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2601 mm |