1972 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
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 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 520 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
