1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 283 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
