1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 17 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 535 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |