2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | Convertible | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 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 | 4830 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
