2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 325 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
