2002 BMW 332 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 332 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |