1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | 330 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
