1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 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 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 335 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |