2001 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | X5 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 97 L |