1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 36 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 128 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | X3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
