2007 BMW X3 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | X3 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 97 L |
