2006 BMW 645 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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 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 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 645 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |