1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 320 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |