1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | Z4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |