2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 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 230 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 1998 BMW 730 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. 1998 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |