One has heard it all now!
BMW rated as a potential competitor for any Aston Martin (Past or Present). One's heard some very strange comments coming from many different people but trying to compare any BMW to any Aston Martin is simply bemusing!
Aston Martin is the ultimate 'dream' car! If you own or even drive an Aston Martin, one is elevated into an elite society that most, if not all, car manufacturers could only dream of! BMW, no matter how good or bad the car is, its a car for the masses! The 3 series is so popular, and rightly so, that it is dragging the image down, its no longer an 'elite' brand as far too many people have them and the exclusivity has diminished.
Also, if you are in the position to purchase an Aston Martin, one is not interested in only the 'speed' aspect of the car, as you would probably not use the Aston for such a strenuous exercise. And if that were the case, you would consider cars such as a Rolls, Bentley and Ferrari (But never ever a Porsche! Thats so popular that it gives the 3 series a run for its money! Well maybe not?)
Aston Man!