2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 645. 2007 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 BMW 645 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | 645 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |