1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1966 BMW 1602
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 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 517 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1966 BMW 1602 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vantage | 1602 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 46 L |