1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 121 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante (447 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | 325 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |
