2000 BMW 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 BMW 750. (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 BMW 750. 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |