1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 155 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 325 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |