1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 53 L |