1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 BMW Formula One

To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 15 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 53 more horse power than 2002 BMW Formula One. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Formula One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 BMW Formula One. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Formula One. (355 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Formula One. 2002 BMW Formula One has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Formula One will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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