2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 414 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | Karmann Asso di Quadri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
