1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 200 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 535 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |