2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1998 BMW 317
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 317 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 365 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1998 BMW 317 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | 317 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |