2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 362 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. 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 Vanquish (577 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |