1988 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | M3 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
