1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 BMW M1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | M1 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 116 L |