2007 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 650 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |