1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 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. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 370 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 67 L |
