1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1990 BMW 320
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 578 kg more than 1990 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1990 BMW 320 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Volante | 320 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |