1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 BMW M5
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 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 214 more horse power than 1980 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 199 kg more than 1980 BMW M5. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | M5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |
