2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1998 BMW M
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M 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 132 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 BMW M. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1998 BMW M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V12 | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
