1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 249 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vantage | 330 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1690 kg |
