1992 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,700 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 321 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 325 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
