2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 525 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
