2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 127 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2008 BMW 530 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. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
