1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1981 BMW 725
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1981 BMW 725 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Project Vantage | 725 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 215 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |