1975 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 316 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:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 316 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
