1977 Aston Martin V8 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin V8. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin V8.
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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 (542 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
