1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 33 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, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2013 BMW M5.
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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M5 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 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Saloon | M5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |
