1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 BMW M12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | M12 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |