2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,700 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 168 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 294 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1981 BMW 745 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 745 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |