2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 161 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Alpina | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 97 L |