1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 24 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 234 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (315 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4392 cc |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 92 L |
