2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
