1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 25 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 550 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |