1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 50 L |
