1976 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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 (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 628 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
