1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 128 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 325 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |