1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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 V12 Vantage (569 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2002 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
