2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |