2006 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP) has 245 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
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 (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 523 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |