1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 335 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |