1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Saloon | M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 55 L |
