2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 BMW 5.8
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 BMW 5.8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 5.8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 786 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
