1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 536 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1510 mm |
