1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 28 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | X5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
