1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 29 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 17 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 535 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |