2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 BMW 502
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1955 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 425 kg more than 1955 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 502 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
