1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 302 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 898 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 2001 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vantage | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1395 kg |
