1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 21 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | X6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 85 L |