2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1998 BMW M
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 BMW M. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 464 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 Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1998 BMW M | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 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 | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |