1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 135 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 319 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 320 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 57 L |