2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 377 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |