1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 92 L |
