1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 320 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |