2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 166 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
