1995 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 528 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |