1995 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 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 (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | M5 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |