1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 26 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 66 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | X6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |