2005 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 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 (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | M3 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |