1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 BMW 323
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | 323 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 63 L |
