1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |