Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster vs BMW M3 Cabrio
| Category | V8 Vantage Roadster | BMW M3 Cabrio (E93) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 4.3 l V8 | 4.0 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 385 / 380 | 420 / 414 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 417 / 308 | 400 / 295 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1726 / 3805 | 1810 / 3990 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 223 / 220 | 232 / 229 |
Lap Times
| Track | V8 Vantage Roadster | BMW M3 Cabrio (E93) |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:17.30 | 1:14.20 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:42.40 | 1:41.90 |
Performance
| Category | V8 Vantage Roadster | BMW M3 Cabrio (E93) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.0 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 19.1 s | 17.3 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 14.1 s | 12.7 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 4.7 s | 4.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.3 s | 10.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.3 s @ 91.3 mph | 9.0 s @ 94.4 mph |
| Top speed | 280 kph (174 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.68 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | V8 Vantage Roadster | BMW M3 Cabrio (E93) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 93 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 83 | 100 |
| Overall | 90 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 Cabrio is the fastest by considerable margin.
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