2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 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 192 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 BMW 330 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. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |