1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 BMW 316
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 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 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 BMW 316 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 316 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |