1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 9 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 195 more horse power than 2007 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2007 BMW 630 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Project Vantage | 630 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |