2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 BMW 732. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 BMW 732 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 732 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |