2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 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 103 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 130 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |