1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 26 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, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 161 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 88 L |
