1984 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 725 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2601 mm |
