1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 31 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 17 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Saloon | X6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 85 L |
