1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |
