2002 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 318 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
