1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 BMW V12
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1999 BMW V12 has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW V12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 BMW V12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | V12 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 909 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |