1989 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 BMW 730. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 730 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 730 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |