1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 224 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | M |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |