1999 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | X5 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
