1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Saloon | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 60 L |