1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 24 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 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 Volante (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
