2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
