1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2001 BMW 735 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 735 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |