1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 28 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 140 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 328 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |