1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1990 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | M3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 234 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |