1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 479 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 50 L |