2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 291 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |