1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 64 kg more than 1999 BMW 845. 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 BMW 845 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 845 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |