1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 51 L |