1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 266 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Project Vantage | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
