2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 320 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |