2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 328 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
