2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 BMW 735
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 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) has 113 more horse power than 2002 BMW 735. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735. 2002 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 BMW 735 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 735 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |