1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 200 more horse power than 2011 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 550. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vantage | 550 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |