1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 27 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 79 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |
