2000 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 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 312 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 318 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |