1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1954 BMW 340
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1954 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 340 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
