2004 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 535 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 535 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |