1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 13 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 242 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 155 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 730 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 90 L |