1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1953 BMW 340
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1953 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 720 kg more than 1953 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1953 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vantage | 340 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
