2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 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 189 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 279 Nm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |