2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1988 BMW 524
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1988 BMW 524 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V12 | 524 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
