1985 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1985 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 744 kg more than 1985 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 316 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 316 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 97 L |