2009 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 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 242 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 530 | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |