1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 BMW B7
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW B7 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 492 kg more than 1978 BMW B7.
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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW B7. (627 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 BMW B7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
