1996 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 318 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 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1996 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 BMW 318. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 318 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 318 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |