2000 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 320 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
