1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 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 318 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 BMW M3. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1995 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vantage | M3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |