2001 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | X5 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 97 L |