1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 528 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |