2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 816 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
